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Alphabet CityDive Bar

Bua Dive Bar in Alphabet City

4.3 out of 5, 670 reviews$10–40 per person

Bua in Alphabet City

The mood

Casual, lively · good late at night · good with friends

Known for

The Bua Burger

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The story

A mid-priced dive bar in Alphabet City. Reviewers describe it as calm and suggest it for a few friends. Known for The Bua Burger.

Specials & happy hour

Specials and happy hour at Bua

  • Happy hour

    Happy hour

    $12 listed cocktails, $2 off draft beer, $20 carafes of house wine, $10 well drinks.

    Mon–Thu · 4 PM–7 PM

    From their website · Updated Nov 2026
  • Happy hour

    Happy hour

    $12 listed cocktails, $2 off draft beer, $20 carafes of house wine, $10 well drinks.

    Fri · 2 PM–7 PM

    From their website · Updated Nov 2026

Know before you go

Vibe
Casual, Lively, Local
Perfect for
Small Groups, Quiet Hangout
Best times
Afternoon, Brunch, Dinner, Happy Hour, Late Night
Group size
Solo, Friends (2-3)
Insider tip
Happy Hour - Monday - Friday till 7pm. $12 (HH) Listed Cocktails, $2 Off Draft Beer, $20 Carafes House Wines, $10 Well. Private events: info@buabar.com

The details at Bua

How to visit
Takeout · Dine-in
Setting
Indoors · Outdoor seating
Atmosphere
Cozy · Trendy
Payment
Credit cards · Debit cards · Tap to pay
Accessibility
Wheelchair-accessible entrance · Wheelchair-accessible restroom

What reviewers mention about Bua

Moodap read 10 public reviews of Bua and counted what they talk about.

  • Calm and quiet2 of 10
  • Small groups2 of 10

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